Leeds Beckett University
Business Management with Finance BA (Hons)
Leeds Beckett University

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Key Course Facts

Student Reviews

Below you can see course specific reviews of 180 graduates of Business Management with Finance BA (Hons) and other courses in Tourism, Transport and Travel at Leeds Beckett University for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Tourism, Transport and Travel.

Overall student satisfaction
83 /100
180 total respondents

Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.

The NSS is commissioned by the Office for Students

Salary

Salary of all UK Graduates of

  15 months after graduation 3 years after graduation 5 years after graduation
Median salary £22910 £20830 £24369
25-75 percentile range £19839 - £26189 £16042 - £26488 £18552 - £31827

Course Description

Combine financial management and accounting skills with knowledge of complex and diverse businesses. This course will help you stand out to employers.

Develop business knowledge and managerial skills enhanced by financial expertise. This course will help you stand out in the competitive financial services industry.

As part of this course, you’ll:

  • Understand how management’s function can inform business behaviour and performance
  • Analyse multi-faceted problems from a range of natural, global and political settings
  • Learn to create, apply, and appreciate the limitations of management and leadership concepts in complex business and financial contexts
  • Study management and leadership frameworks as they apply to local, national and global business and financial environments
  • Explore the ideas, theories and models of management, foresights, future focus and sustainable development
  • Gain an understanding of the global financial market as you study the economic environment, investor analysis, investment types and the management of investment portfolios
  • Develop skills and experience that will make you more attractive to future employers

Put your learning into practice

Put your learning into practice by taking part in a live business consultancy project. You’ll work with established businesses, charities and third sector organisations.

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Hands-on learning

If you take a paid work placement in your third year, you’ll develop and enhance your employability skills.

Guest lectures

Our guest lecture series will give you access to enterprise expertise in Leeds, the northern powerhouse of the region's businesses and economy. Past speakers include the CEO of the London Stock Exchange, the Chief Executive of the British Bankers Association and the Chief Economist of Yorkshire Bank.

Why study Business Management with Finance at Leeds Beckett University

  • 96% of students on BA (Hons) Business Management with Finance were positive about the way teaching staff explain things*
  • 90.5% of graduates in work or further study 15 months after graduation**
  • Take part in a live business consultancy project where you can work with established businesses, charities and third sector organisations
  • Diversify your study of financial markets when you choose our study abroad option
  • Learn from a team that brings together academic and professional expertise, multinational backgrounds and industry connections
  • Utilise the university's connections with national and international organisations and opt to take a paid work placement

National Student Survey 2023

*Percentage of respondents from this course, HESA Graduate Outcomes 20-21

Entry Requirements / Admissions

Minimum Required UCAS Tariff

A minimum of 80 from two A Levels or equivalent, excluding General Studies.

UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for Tourism, Transport and Travel

Qualification requirements

Requirements for international students / English requirements

IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)

    • 6.5
    • All Degrees
Get advice on which foundation courses are best for you to still study Business Management with Finance, BA (Hons), if you do not meet the minimum requirements in terms of UCAS score, A levels, or English language requirements.

Costs

Tuition Fees Business Management with Finance BA (Hons)

England UK £9250 year 1
Northern Ireland £9250 year 1
Scotland £9250 year 1
Wales £9250 year 1

Average student cost of living in the UK

Rent £518
Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) £50
Supermarket shopping £81
Clothing £35
Eating out £33
Alcohol £27
Takeaways / food deliveries £30
Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) £24
Holidays and weekend trips £78
Transport within city £17
Self-care / sports £20
Stationary / books £13
Mobile phone / internet £13
Cable TV / streaming £7
Insurance £51
Other £95
  
Average student cost of living £1092

London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.

How to apply

Application deadline:

January 1, 2025

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Possible Entry Points:

  • year 1 (Default entry point)

University Rankings

Positions of Leeds Beckett University in top UK and global rankings.

See all 26 university rankings of Leeds Beckett University

About Leeds Beckett University

Established in 1824, Leeds Beckett University is located on the Northern side of Leeds City Centre. There are a variety of campus buildings in the area, including the Polytechnic site, Electric Press, the Old Broadcasting House, the university’s Business School, and more. Leeds is the ideal student city, with an abundance of activities and nightlife to take advantage of, plus a reliable bus service for getting around easily.

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Student composition of Leeds Beckett University

undergraduates:
16235
postgraduates:
3890
Total:
20125
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